Our next Library talk comes from Dr Serena Trowbridge. She will be returning to The Morrab Library Reading Room to talk about the 'Stories from the Stones' on Wednesday 10th July at 2pm. Britain’s landscape contains many stone circles, especially in Cornwall. Their original purpose remains mysterious despite extensive archaeological investigation, and perhaps it is […]
Friday 12 July 1.30-3.30 Express yourself through different mediums. Emma will bring a range of materials to play with (paper, card, canvas, paint, ink, pens, etc) but feel free to also bring your own supplies. Tickets are £15 and include all equipment and refreshments. Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a […]
This is a project to create a huge art quilt. The project aims to raise awareness of the loss of biodiversity, explore the nearly 300 kinds of bees we have in this country and help people develop their embroidery skills. It is a long term project and it is hoped that the final artwork will […]
Make it Better (CIC), a not for profit company using art to improve lives (https://mitber.com/) are hosting an event to be held on Wednesday 17th July at the library. In the morning, there'll be a talk about the library and an exploration of the photography archive. The afternoon will offer the chance to join a […]
Join us as we once again delve into The Morrab Library's wondrous archive collection to bring you some more of its treasures. Papers relating to Humphry Davy, 18th century recipes, diaries from Greenham Common, the work of engraver Hilda Quick, 17th century religious plays, maps of old Palestine, scientific illustrations, pressed local Mosses and […]
1:30-3:30pm. £10/person. Bring your own notebook. Refreshments provided. Optional £5 starter pack for newbies featuring a notebook, pen, and roll of washi tape This monthly workshop is an opportunity for people to get together and journal in a safe space with plenty of goodies to play with. There is a loose structure, with templates, tips, […]
£10/person. Bring your own notebook. All other equipment supplied. Additional starter pack available for newbies for £5 (dot grid notebook, washi, and pen, plus prompts and templates). Booking is essential for all workshops. Email e.farley27@gmail.com. Emma is a life-long stationery addict, encouraging others to explore the joys of creative journaling and modern calligraphy, whilst improving […]
Our next talk in the Reading Room at The Morrab Library will be a conversation between two debut novelists: Cornish author Jodie Matthews and Cornwall-based author Ian Russell-Hsieh. Their books are two very different explorations of grief, love and heritage and this conversation will be taking place on Saturday 20th July at 1.30pm. Both of the […]
Saturday 20 July 1.30-3.30 Tickets are just £10 and include two notepads, two sheets of stickers, a roll of washi tape, a bookmark, and refreshments, plus blank bookmarks and tassels to decorate your own. Emma will bring plenty of stationery, templates, and prompts to play with. Bring your own notebook or request one for an […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. James will be running more of his creative workshops in the Summer. 3rd July - Lit Fest short story/poetry prompts & […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. James will be running more of his creative workshops in the Summer. 3rd July - Lit Fest short story/poetry prompts & […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. James will be running more of his creative workshops in the Summer. 3rd July - Lit Fest short story/poetry prompts & […]
THIS EVENT IS NOW SOLD OUT The Seaweed Institute invites you to join them to learn the craft of seaweed pressing - a Victorian practice that captures the underwater beauty of seaweeds. This pressing workshop is particularly special as they are hosting it in collaboration with The Morrab Library. From The Morrab you will walk together to the […]
The first of our school summer holiday events will be a Super Storytime with Library Assistant and Storyteller, James and Jasper the Dragon! Do you know some silly rhymes? Book into our next Super Storytime for a funny time with Dr Seuss' classic stories and then make some of your own rhymes. Super Storytime will be […]
You will know James Parnham-Kenny as one of our Library Assistants, but when he's not at The Morrab Library he is a storyteller, podcaster and "general creative odd job handyman" with his creative company, Multivax. James will be running more of his creative workshops in the Summer. 3rd July - Lit Fest short story/poetry prompts & […]
Our next Library talk will be from Sarah Latham Phillips MA who will be talking about the life and art of Vanessa Bell (1879 – 1961), British Post Impressionist Artist. This will take place in the Reading Room on Wednesday 21st August at 2pm. This beautifully illustrated talk will focus on the life and art of one of our most interesting […]
The Morrab Library doesn’t have a ghost, but what if it did? In this creative writing workshop, we will use the wonderful old house, The Morrab Library, and some of the treasures within, as the starting point for writing our very own ghost stories. Bridget Crowley is the author of five children’s books, three of […]
On Wednesday 28th August, we will be celebrating all things bees with the West Penwith Embroidered Bees Project and a talk from the Bumblebee Conservation Trust. The West Penwith Embroidered Bee Project aims to raise awareness of the 270 different species of bee that live in Britain, and their varied needs, while also teaching embroidery […]
Our second talk this month will be from Pip Cook, Bumblebee Conservation Trust’s SW Project Officer, for an introduction to the bumblebees we can find in Cornwall. The talk will be taking place in the Reading Room at 2pm on Wednesday 28th August and will be part of a celebration of bees at the Library […]
All are welcome to join a free to guided tour of The Morrab Library every Friday at 2pm. This is an opportunity to learn more about our beautiful independent Library and the collections within. The tour begins at 2pm, it is drop-in and there is no need to book. If you plan to bring a […]